Royals vs Diamondbacks Picks and Prediction – 7/5/2025

This Friday, Kris Bubic takes the mound for the Royals as they host Eduardo Rodriguez and the Diamondbacks. Get our free MLB Picks all season long! Kansas City is coming off a tight 3-2 loss to Seattle, while Arizona dropped a tough 6-5 game in extras to San Francisco. Both clubs are looking to reverse recent slides.

Bubic returns to action aiming to stabilize a Kansas City rotation that has been inconsistent in recent weeks. Known for his changeup and command, Bubic needs to minimize damage early and give his offense a chance. The Royals’ lineup has struggled to generate runs consistently, especially in late innings.

For Arizona, Rodriguez brings veteran poise and solid command. He’s been a reliable arm this season when healthy. The Diamondbacks’ offense has flashed potential but often struggles to execute with runners in scoring position. To turn things around, they’ll need their middle-of-the-order hitters to produce.

The bullpen could play a key role, with both sides needing late-inning consistency. Kansas City has had a slight edge in relief pitching of late, and being at home may help tilt things their way. Expect Witt Jr. to bring his A-game and be the difference in the end.

This matchup should be tightly contested, but the Royals’ home-field advantage and slightly steadier bullpen give them the edge. Expect Bubic and Witt Jr. to be the deciding factors in this close contest. Take the Royals to bounce back from their recent loss against the Mariners on Thursday. Final Score Prediction, Kansas City Royals win 4–3.